As I sit here writing this post, my stomach is growling and my mind is clouded with thoughts of soy milk and caramel! Having come to terms with my own low blood sugar issue, I know that I would not be an ideal candidate for this popular "diet" plan, but many are raving about the "Every other day" diet (aka Intermittent Fasting).
As made clear by a recent article in Women's Health, "fasting for weight loss DOES NOT mean not eating at all. Instead, on 2 or more non consecutive days per week, you limit your total daily intake to about 500 to 700 calories. The rest of the time you can chow down sans rules."
Living in the "fasting" lane has its positives, as well as its negatives. The pros to limiting caloric intake include an increase in the burning of body fat, as well as a push toward intuitive eating. On the other hand, minimizing your daily menu in the long run can slow your overall metabolism, send your body into starvation mode and mess up blood sugar levels.
If this fasting fetish is something of interest to you, make sure that you plan your low calorie days ahead of time, allow your body at least 2 weeks to adjust to the new routine and constantly monitor your overall wellbeing. If you notice extreme fatigue, headaches or a sense of discomfort, resume your normal eating habits immediately.
Most importantly, remember that this plan is not a means to end. A healthy lifestyle always includes cardio exercise, strength training and an ingestion of proper nutrients.
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